Meter Test Bench

City of Grand Prairie is seeking a complete, automated meter test bench capable of testing 5/8”‑2” water meters (both positive‑displacement AWWA C700 and ultrasonic AWWA C715). The system must provide high‑accuracy, repeatable testing, generate automated pass/fail grading reports, retain audit‑tracked test histories, and integrate with the city’s SpryPoint CIS and Cityworks software via CSV export (API preferred). Vendor must deliver, install, commission the equipment, provide at least two days of operator training, and offer an optional five‑year extended warranty and ongoing maintenance/calibration services. • Hardware: ≥5 simultaneous test positions, stainless‑steel manifold, quick‑change couplings, NIST‑traceable calibration, pressure monitoring, and support for pulse/encoder/optical interfaces. • Software: Automated data capture, grading per AWWA standards, immutable audit trail, CSV/API export, user access controls. • Services: Delivery by Sept 1 2026, on‑site installation & commissioning, two‑day training, annual calibration verification, and optional 5‑year warranty/service agreement. • Evaluation: 35 % price, 20 % technical fit, 20 % qualifications, 10 % reputation, 10 % municipal experience, 5 % local‑business consideration. • Mandatory requirements: Vendor must have ≥2 years recent experience, solid financial standing, and three references; insurance limits as specified; tax‑exempt status to be provided post‑award.